All articles tagged with #alternative transportation
Amid widespread flight cancellations caused by the ongoing government shutdown, travelers are resorting to trains, buses, rental cars, and other creative solutions to reach their destinations, facing long delays, high costs, and logistical challenges, while the political impasse continues to impact the nation's transportation system and public well-being.
Protestors blocked the inbound lanes on I-190 leading to O'Hare International Airport, causing substantial delays for incoming traffic. The airport advised travelers to consider alternative transportation options and to allow extra time for their journey. Inbound traffic was later reported to be resuming, but the situation is still developing.
The Maryland Transit Administration is suspending light rail services starting Friday due to punctured high voltage conduits and smoke events. The department will provide free shuttle buses along light rail routes as an alternative. The suspension comes as the Maryland Department of Transportation plans to reduce spending by $3.3 billion over the next six years, leading to cuts in operations for the MTA.
Peachtree City, a suburb of Atlanta, has embraced golf carts as a primary mode of transportation, particularly for teenagers. With over 11,000 registered carts in a city of 13,000 households, Peachtree City offers over 100 miles of pathways that connect neighborhoods, shopping centers, and schools. Children as young as 12 can drive a cart with a licensed adult, and at 15, they can drive on their own with a driver's permit. The golf cart culture fosters a sense of freedom and community, but it also comes with risks, as inexperienced drivers can cause accidents. Despite this, many residents appreciate the convenience and connection to nature that golf carts provide in this car-dependent suburb.
Germany is expected to reach a milestone this year as electric bikes are set to outsell pedal bicycles for the first time. E-bikes have already gained significant popularity in Germany, with surveys showing twice the adoption compared to electric cars. Similar trends are seen in other European countries, with analysts predicting that e-bikes could outnumber all cars by the end of the decade. The European e-bike market is projected to grow to around 7 million units by 2025, with some experts predicting 10 million e-bike sales per year by that time. The shift away from private car ownership could further accelerate the rise of e-bikes.
Parents of special needs students in New York City are preparing for potential chaos as a school bus driver strike looms. Approximately 25,000 special needs students rely on school buses for transportation, and if an agreement is not reached before the start of the school year, families will have to find alternative transportation options. The New York City Department of Education has promised to provide MetroCards, prepaid rideshares, and reimbursement plans, but some parents have expressed concerns about the effectiveness of these measures.
Burlington International Airport experienced multiple flight delays and cancellations due to bad weather and thunderstorms along the East Coast. Passengers were offered alternative flights on Wednesday, forcing them to find last-minute accommodations or alternative transportation. Some passengers opted to take alternative transportation, such as a bus from Lebanon to Boston, to get to their destination. The airport expects this to be short-lived and does not foresee future delays or cancellations for the rest of the week.
Amtrak is experiencing numerous cancellations and delays due to a glitch in its rail industry control system causing intermittent communication issues. Passengers have been left stranded and forced to find alternative transportation. Amtrak is waiving cancellation fees and offering hotel vouchers to affected passengers. There is no firm timetable on when the issue will be fixed.